Tomas Bata University in Zlín

Tomas Bata University in Zlín

Zlin, Czech Republic

"The youngest Czech public university, named after Tomas Bata"

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About Tomas Bata University in Zlín

Tomas Bata University in Zlin (TBU) was founded on 1 January 2001 and is named after the Czech entrepreneur Tomas Bata. It has six faculties and about 9,700 students, more than 11% of them international. It teaches technical disciplines, economics, arts, informatics, humanities and healthcare in Czech and English at Bachelor's, Master's and PhD level.

Rankings & Recognition

#1201
QS World University Rankings 2026 Ranked #1201 in the QS World University Rankings 2026.

Ranked #1201 in the QS World University Rankings 2026.

Accreditations & Memberships

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Key Facts

2001 Founded
approx. 9,700 Total Students
more than 11% International Students
6 Faculties
EUR 1,800-2,700 / year English Tuition

Popular Programs

Technology Economics and Management Informatics Humanities Arts Healthcare

Application Details

Application Route Online (TBU admissions)
Intakes September

Standardized Test Requirements

TestMinimum Score
IELTS
TOEFL iBT
PTE Academic
Duolingo English Test

Study Abroad & Visa Details

Visa Approval Rate 75%
I-20 Processing Long-term study visa (D)
Post-Study Work Up to 9 months
Green Card Pathway N/A

Financials

Application Fee N/A
Avg Scholarship N/A

Career Outcomes

5% Placement Ratio
Up to 9 months Post-Study Work

Where Graduates Land

Faculty & Alumni

Academic Staff — Student-Staff Ratio — —

Notable Alumni

Campus & Location

TBU is based in Zlin, Czech Republic.

Campus Details

6 faculties
9700 students
Named after Tomas Bata (founder of Bata shoes)
Founded in 2001
Zlin famous for functionalist architecture
English-taught programmes available

Campus Forecast

Summer (Jun–Aug): 13–25°C Autumn (Sep–Nov): 3–14°C Winter (Dec–Feb): -4 to 2°C Spring (Mar–May): 1–16°C Cold winters with occasional snow Warm summers Bring a heavy winter jacket & boots

Student Life & Housing

Housing

University dormitories (affordable) Private rentals & shared flats Apply early for dorm rooms

Dining

University canteens Affordable student meals Cafés near campus

Health & Wellness

Student health insurance required Doctors & hospital in Zlin city

Activities & Clubs

Student clubs Sports Cultural events Film festival (Zlin Film Festival) International student events

Diversity & Demographics

Total Students approx. 9,700
International Students more than 11%

Cost Deep-Dive

Tuition - English programmes EUR 1,800-2,700 / year
Tuition - Technology (English) CZK 65,000 / year
Tuition - Czech-taught Free

Intakes & Deadlines

TBU starts in September. Deadlines differ by faculty and programme; check the TBU admissions page.

Scholarships at Tomas Bata University in Zlín

1 scholarship available

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All Levels

Czech Government Scholarship (Developing Countries)

Master / PhD Tuition paid + living costs covered; eligible countries only

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These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.

Academic Requirements

Undergraduate Secondary school diploma with recognition of foreign education. English proficiency as set by the faculty.
Postgraduate Bachelor's degree for Master's. Recognition of foreign degree and English proficiency as set by the faculty.

English Proficiency

IELTS

TOEFL iBT

PTE Academic

Required Documents

Passport copy Secondary school certificate and transcripts (Bachelor) Bachelor's diploma and transcripts (Master's) Recognition of foreign education (nostrification) English language certificate CV and motivation letter Application fee receipt Health insurance and proof of funds (for visa)

Application Process

1
Choose programme
Pick an English-taught programme and check the faculty entry rules.
2
Apply online
Submit the e-application on the TBU online application.
3
Pay fee & upload
Pay the application fee, upload documents and request recognition of foreign education.
4
Entrance exam
Sit the entrance exam or online interview if the faculty requires one.
5
Admission & tuition
Receive the admission decision and pay the tuition fee for English programmes.
6
Visa & enrol
Apply for a long-term study visa (D) at the Czech embassy, then enrol on arrival.

Campus & Location

TBU is based in Zlin, Czech Republic.

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Bachelor's 3
Tomas Bata University in Zlín
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Bachelor's Information Technologies
Bachelor's courses, full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 3 years
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Tomas Bata University in Zlín
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Bachelor's Management and Economics
Bachelor's courses, full-time
Study language: English
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Bachelor's Polymer Engineering
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Study language: English
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Master's 2
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Master's Management and Marketing
Master's courses, full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 2 years
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Tomas Bata University in Zlín
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Master's Software Engineering
Master's courses, full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 2 years
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